ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – On a day recognizing people experiencing homelessness, protesters are calling on the city of Albuquerque to protect their rights. The demonstration comes after the city changed operating hours at Robinson Park, a move that’s sparking concerns among advocates. Dozens of advocates and homeless people showed up to Robinson Park defying the rules instilled by the city. Many said what they are doing is a direct attack against the homeless.
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On World Homeless Day, dozens of protestors sat in at Robinson Park opposing a new rule about park hours brought on by the city of Albuquerque. Now the park where you can typically see unhoused people sleeping is still open to the public, but at limited, odd hours. The city said it’s to restore the park from overuse and evidence of drug use…